BUFALA

This pizzeria is the newest addition to Kerrisdale's restaurants, and is a much needed breath of fresh, trendy air.

Opened by James Iranzad and Josh Pape (who grew up in the area), Bufala is a family-oriented spin off of the pairs' Gastown restaurant, Wildebeest. The atmosphere of Bufala encourages lively conversation and family-style sharing (sometimes with the group next to you), attracting the very young, the very old, and everything in between... After all, it is Kerrisdale.

The menu is creative but not overwhelming - Bufala offers an array of handmade pizzas that will appeal to everyone from the most discerning to the most adventurous. The carefully chosen cocktail list rivals even the coolest restaurants in Gastown, especially in the warmer summer months. We are particularly partial to the Negroni or the Amalfi Fizz cocktails with the Calabria or Funghi pizzas.

You can expect lineups (a first for Kerrisdale), but don't let that scare you off. The friendly staff will do everything the can to get you seated as quickly as possible.